Everyone is talking about, and suffering through, the recent heat wave. It’s no different here in Savage Minnesota! Can chiropractic care help keep you cool in the summer heat? As much as I’d like to say it does, there isn’t any evidence that shows that chiropractic adjustments help you keep cool! However, we do realize that the heat can definitely affect your health and well-being.
The Minnesota Chiropractic Association (MCA) has teamed up with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to remind people of some simple safety tips to follow during the extreme heat:
- Spend time in air-conditioned locations
- Stay hydrated
- Pay special attention to people with health concerns such as the elderly, pregnant women, and those with chronic health conditions
- Do no leave anyone, including pets, in cars for even brief periods
- Use fans for ventilation
- Reduce your body temperature with cool showers, baths, swimming pools, etc.
Chiropractic adjustments may also be beneficial. Keeping your spine in proper alignment allows your body to function at its best, which is important when dealing with these extreme weather conditions.
And here’s another helpful reminder: here at Watkins Family Chiropractic, our office is air-conditioned and we have that nice, cool, filtered water for you to enjoy during your visit. We also have those wonderful massage chairs for you to relax in while you are here! Schedule online or give us a call to make an appointment.
